Novelties

The innovative spirit of watchmakers and creative minds has no limit – that’s why we regularly share information about exciting brand and product news from the world of mechanical watches.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin 4300V-120R-B509

Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin (Update W&W 2020)

For globe trotters and lovers of travelling, Vacheron Constantin extended its ‘Overseas Collection’ on the Geneva watch fair SIHH in January 2019. The new ultra-thin model with perpetual calendar has been introduced with two different dials. The first version has…

Hermes Arceau Heure De La Lune. Watches and Wonders 2020. Novelty, News

W&W 2020: Hermès Arceau L’heure De La Lune

At this year’s Watches and Wonders 2020, Hermès introduced five new Arceau L’heure de la lune models, including three with meteorite dials. These 43 mm timepieces simultaneously display the moon phases from the perspective of the northern and southern hemispheres.…

Hermes Arceau Squelette

W&W 2020: Hermès Arceau Squelette

Parisian brand Hermès has introduced a new Arceau watch: the Arceau Squelette. Designed by Henri D’Origny, the brand’s Arceau watches have been in existence since 1978. Most notably, they feature a 40 mm case and italicised, swirling numerals. However, the…

IWC Portugieser Tourbillon Rétrograde Chronograph IW394005 Boutique Edition 18k Armor Gold Watches And Wonders 2020 Novelty

W&W 2020: IWC Portugieser Complications

IWC Schaffhausen has introduced two new Portugieser models equipped with complications. Firstly, the Portugieser Tourbillon Rétrograde Chronograph combines a tourbillon with a retrograde date display and chronograph function. Secondly, the Portugieser Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon has both a tourbillon and a…

IWC Portugieser Perpetual Calendar 42 Ref IW344205 Boutique Edition in Rosegold Watches And Wonders 2020 Novelty

W&W 2020: IWC Portugieser Perpetual Calendar 42 and 44

IWC Schaffhausen presents the Portugieser Perpetual Calendar 42. For the first time, the IWC calendar complication is integrated in an IWC-manufactured movement from the 82000-calibre family. The timepiece, which has a diameter of 42 millimetres, displays the calendar information on…

IWC Portugieser Yacht Club Moon and Tide IW34001 Watches And Wonders 2020 Novelty

W&W 2020: IWC Portugieser Yacht Club Moon & Tide and Yacht Club Chronograph

Since 2010, the ‘Portugieser Yacht Club’ has brought a sporting note to the Portugieser family. IWC Schaffhausen now presents four new models in this line. The Portugieser Yacht Club Moon & Tide is the first model to feature IWC’s newly…

IWC Portugieser Automatic 40 IW358304 Watches And Wonders 2020 Novelty

W&W 2020: IWC Portugieser Automatic 40 and Portugieser Automatic

IWC Schaffhausen is extending its Portugieser collection by introducing the IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Automatic 40. The model bases itself on the well-known design of the Ref. 325 from the 1930s. Therefore, the small seconds are placed at 6 o’clock. Furthermore,…

IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Chronograph Ref IW371614 Boutique Edition Watches And Wonders 2020 Novelty

W&W 2020: IWC Portugieser Chronograph

Earlier this year, IWC Schaffhausen introduced a new version of the IWC Schaffhausen Portugieser Chronograph. Now, the Swiss watchmaker is introducing three new variations into the collection. Dial options now include a choice of either a burgundy or green dial.…

W&W 2020: Laurent Ferrier Grand Sport Tourbillon

Laurent Ferrier has released a new limited edition of the Grand Sport Tourbillon. The first model appeared last year, featuring a brown dial and matching rubber strap. Now, the 44 mm stainless-steel timepiece features a cushion-shaped bezel, although the dial…

Jaeger LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication Watches And Wonders 2020 Novelty

W&W 2020: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication

Jaeger-LeCoultre’s minute repeater collection is enriched with a model in a new design. The new interpretation of the Master Grande Tradition Grande Complication incorporates two of the most technically challenging complications in horology – a minute repeater and a celestial…

Jaeger LeCoultre Master Control Calendar Q4138420 Steel Cover

W&W 2020: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Chronograph Calendar

Watchmaker Jaeger-LeCoultre has revamped its ‘Master Control’ collection, launching a range of 40 mm timepieces featuring open casebacks. The watches are now driven by updated calibres that integrate various energy-saving enhancements. One of the new iterations is the Master Control…

Jaeger LeCoultre Master Control Calendar Q4128420

W&W 2020: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Calendar

Jaeger-LeCoultre’s recently relaunched ‘Master Control’ collection features redesigned 40mm watches with open casebacks, sunray brushed silver-white dials and a blue central seconds hand. The watches are now driven by updated calibres integrating various energy-saving enhancements. One of the new iterations…